Matthew Pate
West Covina,CA
Summary
Responsible Technician with excellent troubleshooting, customer service and analytics skills coupled with more than 20 years of experience. Adept at following project specifications and performing high-complexity lab testing. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Oracle & MAXIMO.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
In-house Laboratory (IHL) Technician
Lakeshore Learning
Carson, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Performing physical/mechanical lab functions per test plan to support new product development as well as qualifying existing products
- Conducting testing to both internal, ASTM & BIFMA requirements
- Setting up, adjusting, calibrating and maintaining lab equipment and fixtures
- Developing test methods and/or fixture(s) as necessary
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of complex projects
Product Validation Development Lab Tech.
Contractor with Philips
Ontario, CA
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Utilizes general & specialized lab equipment, familiar with all aspects of technical testing and evaluation based on results
- Carried out routine and assigned projects with minimum supervision to meet deadlines, according to GMPs, SOPs, and test methods.
- Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments
- Improved laboratory operations through regular maintenance and calibration of equipment, maximizing performance and reliability
Calibration Technician
Contractor with Gilead Sciences Inc.
San Dimas, CA
07.2016 - 06.2018
- Scheduled & oversaw venders for Outside Calibration Services of equipment on/off-site
- Performed calibration on critical systems/equipment with supervising groups: Process equipment; Purified Water Systems; Packaging Equipment; Autoclaves; Dehydrogenation Tunnels
- Gowning trained for ISO 5 to ISO 8 requirements; Assists with root cause analysis and investigation of specification deviations: CAPA's
- Worked on Microsoft Office applications, Oracle & MAXIMO
- Trained in current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) & safety regulations.
Production Technician - Pharm 3
Siemens
Culver City, CA
12.2011 - 06.2016
- Assists in production of radiopharmaceuticals
- Provided operational support and maintenance of cyclotrons, GC, chemistry modules, Bio-scan, QC equipment and associated software
- Microbiological testing for release of products: Endotoxin, Pyrogens, LAL, sterility, and water TOC
- Performs duties related to site hazardous waste management.
- Built product subassemblies or final assemblies and monitored and adjusted production processes or equipment for quality and productivity.
Quality Control Technician 3
3M
Irvine, CA
08.2010 - 12.2011
- Inspect product for QC release
- Perform system audits and initiate/support CAPA/SCARs as needed
- Familiar with equipment used for product testing (Rheometers, Instron, Spectrophotometer, FTIR)
- Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release
Chemical Technician 3
BASF
Shakopee, MN
08.2007 - 08.2010
- Raw materials testing of pilot products and support of scale-up production of sealants and adhesives
- Performed all testing per ASTM standards of products
- Testing chemical, physical and performance to support developments of new products and maintenance of existing products
- Supported Research and Development, Safety Committee, LEED Team, and Calibration team
- Maintained detailed records of experiments, test results, and findings to support accurate documentation and reporting requirements
Education
A.S. in Biotechnology, Biotechnology: Lab documentation, biomanufacturing, production process, QC & QA, large-scale protein production and purification, environmental monitoring, equipment validation, clean room operations, aseptic technique, aseptically working in a biosafety cabinet and DNA isolation/manipulation., Biology: Molecular biology, cell structure and function, energy relationships, nutrient processing, reproduction and development, genetics and evolution, ecological interrelationships, and discussion of contemporary issues., Chemistry: Stoichiometry, nomenclature, atomic structure, bonding, chemical calculations, intermolecular forces, gasses, materials and nanotechnology, organic chemistry, equilibrium, kinetics, acid-base chemistry, electrochemistry, nuclear processes, coordination chemistry and thermodynamics. -
Citrus College
Glendora, CA06.2023
Electronics Maintenance and Repair -
Omar Gibson Vocational-Technical School
Reeds Spring, MO06.1992
Skills
- Project Support
- Documentation And Reporting
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Quality Control
- Equipment Calibration
- Manufacturing Processes
- Inventory Management
- Instrument Calibration
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Attention to Detail
Planned Career Break
Full-time caregiver and Student, 06/2020, 06/2023, Took intentional pause to focus on full-time caregiving during COVID; excited & energized to return to work., Proactively pursued A.S. degree at Citrus College.
Awards
President's list at Citrus College
Volunteer Experience
Emerald Necklace Group - Amigos De Los Ríos
Timeline
In-house Laboratory (IHL) Technician
Lakeshore Learning
07.2023 - Current
Product Validation Development Lab Tech.
Contractor with Philips
09.2019 - 06.2020
Calibration Technician
Contractor with Gilead Sciences Inc.
07.2016 - 06.2018
Production Technician - Pharm 3
Siemens
12.2011 - 06.2016
Quality Control Technician 3
3M
08.2010 - 12.2011
Chemical Technician 3
BASF
08.2007 - 08.2010
A.S. in Biotechnology, Biotechnology: Lab documentation, biomanufacturing, production process, QC & QA, large-scale protein production and purification, environmental monitoring, equipment validation, clean room operations, aseptic technique, aseptically working in a biosafety cabinet and DNA isolation/manipulation., Biology: Molecular biology, cell structure and function, energy relationships, nutrient processing, reproduction and development, genetics and evolution, ecological interrelationships, and discussion of contemporary issues., Chemistry: Stoichiometry, nomenclature, atomic structure, bonding, chemical calculations, intermolecular forces, gasses, materials and nanotechnology, organic chemistry, equilibrium, kinetics, acid-base chemistry, electrochemistry, nuclear processes, coordination chemistry and thermodynamics. -
Citrus College
Electronics Maintenance and Repair -
Omar Gibson Vocational-Technical School